PAYTON HILTS

About Payton

Payton Hilts is a Real Estate Paralegal at BellCornerstone, where she supports complex commercial real estate transactions with legal precision and a client-first mindset. With a dynamic background that bridges legal services, operations, and customer experience, Payton brings a uniquely adaptive and detail-oriented approach to every engagement.

Payton’s professional journey began in an entirely different arena—as a licensed hairstylist with a deep commitment to people and service. After transitioning into the legal field in 2023, she quickly advanced from a front-desk role at a law firm to earning her paralegal certification and joining BellCornerstone’s high-performing real estate team in 2025.

She often jokes that she’s a real-life Legally Blonde—starting her legal journey as a blonde with a background in hairstyling and a natural flair for people and professionalism. While her hair color has changed, the qualities that set her apart—confidence, adaptability, and a strong work ethic—have remained constant. Her unique path into the legal field continues to inform her approachable yet focused style in the world of commercial real estate.

At BellCornerstone, Payton contributes to transaction execution, lease and contract review, and the legal documentation processes that drive multimillion-dollar deals across North America. She is known for her thoroughness, communication skills, and ability to remain organized under pressure—traits that make her a reliable and trusted team member in a fast-moving industry.

Outside of work, Payton pursues activities that mirror the discipline, problem-solving, and strategic planning she brings to her professional role. Her experience in rock climbing sharpens her focus and risk assessment skills; her passion for travel planning reflects her organizational precision and attention to detail; and her volunteer work fosters empathy, resilience, and a strong commitment to service—qualities that directly inform her approach to client support and transaction management.

Whether assisting attorneys, supporting clients, or navigating the legal intricacies of a real estate portfolio, Payton brings grit, grace, and a deep sense of purpose to every task she takes on.